Trump Threatens California Election Officials With Jail. Could It Happen?
Trump says California election officials could face jail. Legal experts explain what prosecutors must prove.
Politics
newsweek.com
20.10.2026
Trump says he is open to trilateral summit with Putin and Xi
The president told reporters that such a meeting would focus on denuclearization, not the war in Ukraine as Moscow had suggested earlier.
Politics
politico.eu
19.10.2026
DOJ Charges 28 California Residents With Voting-Related Crimes Amid Trump’s Voter Fraud Push
The effort by the Trump administration comes as it wages a broader fight with California officials over voter rolls.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.10.2026
Trump Rallies Red States Amid Fears About G.O.P. Enthusiasm as Midterms Near
The president’s swing is taking him to states including South Carolina and Kansas that were not seen as competitive just a few months ago.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.10.2026
Judge Warns Trump of Sanctions Over Conduct in BBC Lawsuit
A judge slammed President Trump for a “lack of participation” in his $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.10.2026
Trump Admin Unclear on Ukraine, Sudan Immigrant Protections Before Midterms
DHS said decisions on Ukraine and Sudan's TPS would be made at an appropriate time, an answer criticized by advocates Monday.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.10.2026
BBC Wants Jack Smith to Testify About Jan. 6 in Trump Lawsuit
The fight over Smith's testimony centers on how far the BBC can go in seeking evidence about Trump’s conduct on January 6, 2021.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.10.2026
Starshield Gives Trump Massive Power Over Ukraine
It's still not clear exactly who authorized the reduction to Ukraine's Starshield access from last week.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.10.2026
Trump Says Work on Disputed Golf Course Will Begin Immediately
A federal judge has ordered tree cutting halted at the city course as she considers a lawsuit over the legality of the administration’s plans.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.10.2026
France and Albania Rocked by Riots. Trump’s Team Is Only Talking About One
Trump and Vance blame immigration for France's riots, but have stayed silent on Albania's protests and a Kushner-linked project.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.10.2026
Trump and Dugin’s Shared Recipe: Let Them Eat Borscht
Blood-red and sour. Is there a more fitting dish for the Russian solution to European problems?
Politics
newsweek.com
19.10.2026
Trump’s Russia rethink — and Europe’s response
Donald Trump’s latest moves on Russia and Ukraine have alarmed Kyiv and European capitals alike. But rather than scrambling to contain the fallout, EU leaders are keeping their cool. Zoya Sheftalovich
Politics
politico.eu
19.10.2026
Trump Defends Russia Sanctions Waiver Amid Republican Backlash
President Donald Trump is defending his decision to waive key sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.10.2026
Trump Defends Plans to Ease Russia Sanctions and Hints at a Hostage Deal
The president on Sunday justified his reversal of almost five years of sanctions against Russia as part of peace negotiations. He did not name any hostage.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.10.2026
Warnock Backs Post-Midterms Trump Investigations Amid Impeachment Debate
Warnock says Democrats should investigate Trump while also focusing on affordability if they regain power.
Politics
newsweek.com
18.10.2026
Trump Outlines Rapid Plan to Close and Overhaul D.C. Golf Course
The plan to begin work transforming the course in four weeks injected fresh urgency into a federal lawsuit opposing changes to East Potomac Golf Links.
Politics
nytimes.com
18.10.2026
Trump Official Warns Zelensky Over US Intelligence Claim: ‘Be Very Careful’
Scott Bessent warned Volodymyr Zelensky after he said U.S. intelligence sharing was interrupted during Russian attacks.
Politics
newsweek.com
18.10.2026
Trump’s Middle East Mess Pushes Allies Toward Putin’s Arctic
If Donald Trump had known what consequences would arise from his war on Iran, would he do it all over again?
Politics
newsweek.com
18.10.2026
Trump Endorses Netanyahu as Best U.S. Partner in Tight Israeli Election
The president praised the embattled prime minister for his endurance, saying any other candidate would be the “wrong Leader.”
Politics
nytimes.com
18.10.2026
What role does the White House Press Secretary play in the Trump era?
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks Adm. John Kirby, who had spokesperson roles in the Obama and Biden administrations, about the utility of the role of the White House Press Secretary.
Politics
npr.org
18.10.2026